
Berne Broudy
Vermont-based writer, photographer and adventurer, Berne reports on hiking, biking, skiing, overlanding, travel, climbing and kayaking for category-leading publications in the U.S., Europe and beyond. In the field, she’s been asked to deliver a herd of llamas to a Bolivian mountaintop corral, had first fat-biking descents in Alaska, helped establish East Greenland’s first sport climbing and biked the length of Jordan. She’s worked to help brands clean up their materials and manufacturing, and has had guns pulled on her in at least three continents.
Latest articles by Berne Broudy

Filson Women’s Swiftwater Rain Jacket review: a rugged jacket for wet weather
By Berne Broudy published
The Filson Women’s Swiftwater Rain Jacket is your top choice for low terrain walking, field sports and fishing

Velocio Ultralight Rain Jacket review: an ultralight women's rain jacket for cycling and hiking
By Berne Broudy published
The Velocio Ultralight Rain Jacket is a "bombproof", figure-hugging waterproof jacket with dialled-in features for female cyclists

Best mountains to climb in the US: 7 spectacular mountains that everyone can climb
By Berne Broudy last updated
Forget international peak bagging – here are the best mountains to climb in the US that anyone with reasonable fitness can ascend

Mustang Highwater 60L Gear Hauler review: a capable pack perfect separating out wet and dry gear
By Berne Broudy published
A double-chambered, waterproof kit carrier, the Mustang Highwater 60L Gear Hauler allows you to transport both wet and dry gear at the same time without cross contamination

Lowa Wendelstein II W’s review: a comfortable boot for moderate trails
By Berne Broudy published
A full-leather walking boot, the Lowa Wendelstein II W is ideal for everyday rambles

Danner Inquire Mid Insulated review: a warm and supportive women’s boot with good grip
By Berne Broudy published
An ankle-warming, high-performing mid-collar boot, the Danner Inquire Mid Insulated is a great choice for colder adventures

Salomon ADV Skin 8 review: a spacious hydration pack for trail runs and longer adventures
By Berne Broudy, Casey Blaine last updated
The Salomon ADV Skin 8 is a body-fit running hydration vest that carries water low on your torso

America’s best thru-hikes: 6 backpacking adventures across the States
By Berne Broudy last updated
The ultimate trekking experience, a thru-hike is an A-to-B backpacking odyssey. Our pick of America's best thru-hikes is likely to leave you with life-long memories

Jack Wolfskin Denali 65 Women backpack review: a beefy pack tailored to long hauls
By Berne Broudy published
The Jack Wolfskin Denali 65 Women is a big-load backpacking pack that makes it easy to get to your gear

Thule Vital 3L Women review: an excellent hydration pack for cycling and running
By Berne Broudy published
The Thule Vital 3L Women is a compact hydration pack that won’t weigh you down

Ortlieb Altrack ST 34 review: a hardy pack with innovative features
By Berne Broudy published
The Ortlieb Altrack ST 34 is dry bag–style backpack that’s ready to tackle both adventure and travel

Osprey Sopris Pro Avy Airbag review: a serious investment for serious adventures
By Berne Broudy published
The first women-specific avalanche airbag pack is sleek and streamlined, with an Alpride inflation system that can be triggered multiple times.

Patagonia 23L Black Hole Pack review: a versatile little bag ideal for commuting
By Berne Broudy published
The Patagonia 23L Black Hole Pack is comfortable urban backpack for carrying your computer and more

Camelbak Shasta 30 review: a spacious and supportive pack loaded with special features
By Berne Broudy published
The Camelbak Shasta 30 is a daypack for dawn to dusk hikes that can also handle gear for a night out

Deuter Gravity Motion SL review: a secure and functional women’s backpack for scrambly trails
By Berne Broudy published
The Deuter Gravity Motion SL is a streamlined climbing pack that doubles as a rope tarp – a great crag pack

Granite Gear Crown 2 60, Women’s Fit review: a capacious and well-featured pack
By Berne Broudy published
The Granite Gear Crown 2 60, Women’s Fit is an ultralight pack that will carry all your gear for thru-hikes and multi-day adventures

Gregory Tribute 70 review: a comfortable and spacious pack with lots of special features
By Berne Broudy published
The Gregory Tribute 70 is a streamlined and spacious travel conversion pack with a zip-off daypack

After-adventure essentials: 9 things you need after every hike
By Berne Broudy published
Flip-flops, cool boxes, towels and other trailhead essentials to ensure every outdoor escapade has a happy ending
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